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The Digest:

The Super Eagles of Nigeria, buoyed by a perfect group stage, face a tactical test against a spirited Mozambique side in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16, a match where high confidence meets the unpredictable pressure of knockout football.

Key Points:
  • Nigeria won all three group matches, entering the knockout stage as strong favourites.
  • Mozambique earned respect with a win over Gabon and competitive displays against the Ivory Coast and Cameroon.
  • The match kicks off at 8:00 PM WAT on Monday, January 5, at the Fez Stadium in Morocco.
  • Key Nigerian performers include midfielders Alex Iwobi and forward Ademola Lookman.
  • Mozambique’s main threat is Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, who scored in two group games.
  • Nigeria’s lingering defensive concerns could be targeted by the Mambas’ attack.
  • The winner will advance to face either Algeria or DR Congo in the quarter-finals.
This stage of the tournament is a different kind of storm, where past victories offer no guarantee, and survival demands a single, flawless performance under the brightest lights.

Sources: Vanguard